Savory Sweet Potato Casserole

This savory sweet potato casserole is a crave-worthy and customizable dish that is perfect for parties, potlucks, and weeknight dinners. The leftovers are PHENOMENAL and it makes a fabulous meal-prep dish so feel free to make it in advance!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American, Mexican

Keyword Savory Sweet Potato Casserole

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings servings

Calories 447kcal

Author Jenn Laughlin - Peas and Crayons

Ingredients

3 large sweet potatoes
2 cups of fresh baby spinach, chopped or torn
2 cups black beans
1-2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
¼-½ bunch of green onion, chopped
2 jalapeños, sliced
½ cup diced tomato
greek yogurt or sour cream for topping (optional)

BOOST THE FLAVORS: season with your favorite spices

chili powder
cumin
garlic powder
cayenne pepper and/or paprika

MORE TASTY TOPPING OPTIONS:

leftover steamed/sauteed/roasted veggies
roasted spaghetti squash
bell peppers
guacamole
olives
salsa
chives
cilantro
jalapeños
fresh corn salsa
red pepper flakes
crumbled tortilla chips
sliced sweet mini peppers
crumbled feta or goat cheese
green onion

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Depending on your preference and time allotment, bake or microwave your sweet potatoes until soft and fluffy. They'll take about an hour in the oven and about 15-20 minutes for three potatoes in the microwave, just remember to pierce the potato a few times with a knife or fork before cooking so it cooks evenly in the center.
Once your potatoes are cooked to fluffy perfection, spoon out the centers and set the skins aside for another recipe or pawn them off on your pup.
Whip the sweet potatoes with a fork and transfer to a medium baking dish. Season with your choice of spices and mix well.
Pile on beans, jalapenos, and cheese and any other ingredients/veggies you want to enjoy hot, then pop it in the oven until the cheese is hot and melted.
In about 15 minutes or so you'll have the perfect base for all your fresh toppings! I added fresh tomato, green onion, extra jalapenos, and a big dollop of greek yogurt to mine. Load it up with anything your heart desires and dig in! This will reheat marvelously the next few days, if any manages to make it to the next day. Glorious!

Notes

Cook time will take a bit longer if baking your sweet potatoes initially instead of microwaving them. You could also peel and roast them before whipping into your fluffy sweet potato casserole. Anything goes!

Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed based on extra toppings chosen and enjoy!

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